1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |
